Check out this week’s must-see gigs, parties, events, and more!
Wednesday, February 26
Thomas Gold in Republiq
Where: Republiq Club, 2/F Newport Mall, Resorts World Manila, Pasay City, Philippines
Why you should go: It's not summer yet but feel the heat and intensity at Republiq this week when Thomas Gold takes over the tables to play only the hottest music!
Other details: Gates open 10 p.m. For reservations, contact 09175508888
Cosmic Brgy. Artsy & Jazzy
Where: Arts in the City, FVR Park, Federacion Drive corner 7th Ave., Bonifacio Global City
Why you should go: Part of the Philippine International Jazz Fest, this gig night features the best of homegrown jazz acts! Let Chillitees, Absolute Zero, Johnny Alegre Affinity, Flippin' Soul Stompers, and the J.R. Oca Experience prove you right that Pinoys are truly world-class musicians.
Other details: Show begins 8:30 p.m. P100 cover charge.
TINULALA: Poetry. Music. Heartbreak.
Where: Blacksoup Café + Artspace, Unit G, 154 Maginhawa St., Sikatuna Village, Quezon City
Why you should go: Glad that the love month is over? Say goodbye to all the cheesiness with poetry and music courtesy of Ourselves the Elves, Shirebound and Busking, Swingset, and other student bands.
Other details: Event starts 8 p.m. Free admission!
Thursday, February 27
Tektonik
Where: Black Market, Warehouse 5, La Fuerza Compound 2, Sabio St., Makati City
Why you should go: House, Nu Disco, Beats, Dance Rock, Electro Funk rule Black Market this Thursday night with DJ sets by The Diegos, Delpi, Abdel Aziz,, JUJiiN, and Ayon + Bins!
Other details: Party starts 9 p.m. No cover charge!
Friday, February 28
IkoToki for a Jeepney Orchestra
Where: College of Science Ampitheater, UP Diliman, Quezon City
Why you should go: Instruments made out of jeepney parts? Drivers playing some tunes? Why not? Listen to musicians from the UP College of Music, Cavite-based Elemento String Ensemble, UP's very own jeepney drivers and more, as they take over the stage to showcase Filipino ingenuity.
Other details: This one-of-a-kind concert starts 6 p.m. Free entrance! For more information, email jeepney.orch@yahoo.com.ph or contact 09179404575
Friday, February 28
Artsy Fartsy 8
Where: Roofdeck at Jam Republic, Dioresa Plaza Bldg., 1521 Dapitan St. Sampaloc Manila
Why you should go: It's Jam Republic's 2nd Anniversary and they've got some treats for you! Check out artworks and merchandise as you listen to several independent bands, including Eirosmeat, Scarlet, Rock Bottom Agenda, Morbeef Presents Megamole, and more! Don't forget to participate in the games and open jam!
Other details: Celebration starts 6 p.m. Entrance fee for only P100, inclusive of a free drink.
The Drop: Future Ragga Session
Where: Black Market, Warehouse 5, La Fuerza Compound 2, Sabio St., Makati City
Why you should go: Part2Style, a bass music crew who's been making waves in Japan and Europe, will be dropping some sick tunes this Friday! Experience their dancehall reggae style and exclusive original tunes at The Drop!
Other details: Gates open 10 p.m. For reservations, contact 09088135622
Kerplunk! Night
Where: saGuijo Café + Bar, 7612 Guijo St., San Antonio Village, Makati City
Why you should go: These very makulit and high-energy bands are taking over saGuijo! Watch Join The Club, Lions & Acrobats, Curbside, Magdalena, Giniling Festival, and Halik Ni Gringo as they rock the house this Friday night!
Other details: Gig starts 9 p.m. P200 entrance, inclusive of a free drink.
Saturday, March 1
Why Control
Where: Today X Future, 7-T Gen. Malvar St., Araneta Centre, Cubao, Q.C., Quezon City
Why you should go: It's never too late to help! These heavy weights are playing for a cause! Watch She's Only Sixteen, We Are Imaginary, Fiona, Dane Hipolito, The Dead Quiet, and Techy Romantics! All proceeds of the event will go to Yolanda survivors.
Other details: Jamming starts 7 p.m. P150 gets you in with a bottle of beer.
Monday, March 3
Superlambing Mondays
Where: Today X Future, 7-T Gen. Malvar St., Araneta Centre, Cubao, Q.C., Quezon City
Why you should go: For a chilled out start of the week, listen to slow jams and smooth tunes courtesy of SweetHeart, DJ Logik, Your Dirty One, and Kill Your Boyfriend.
Other details: Doors open 9 p.m. For inquiries or reservations, contact 09285209102